beauty news

Yep, you read that headline right: Charlize Theron is now practically bald! I almost fell over when I read the report yesterday on E! Online. At first I thought it was a joke or that they got their facts mixed up, but they confirmed that it really happened. Let's all take a moment to let this shocking news sink in. read more

Extra, extra—read all about it: Angelina Jolie's soon-to-be hubby is set to join the ranks of Catherine Deneuve, Lauren Hutton, Ali McGraw, and Nicole Kidman as a spokesmodel (the first male, of course!) for Chanel No. 5 Eau de Parfum! read more

There's been a story in the news about a 13 year old from Long Island who was, essentially, bullied into getting a nose job. This makes me so incredibly sad for a number of reasons. Can we switch gears and discuss this more serious beauty-related topic for a sec? read more

Rihanna has a new brunette hair color, which she flaunted at the launch of her "Reb'l Fleur" fragrance in the UK today. What do you think?! (And will you miss her firey red color, which can still be seen spicing up Glamour's September cover?) read more

Last week drugstore chain Duane Reade announced the introduction of blowout and manicure services at their Wall Street location (prompting a "hurray!" from busy downtown ladies) and, just a few days later, on the heels on their delivery-service launch, Sephora announced a new in-store beauty service too. Ladies, hold onto your wallets - Sephora is getting quickie nail bars for girls on-the-go (double yay!). read more

You know what’s nice? Receiving a bouquet of roses at work with a note that says, “I love you.” You know what’s really nice? Receiving a Fresh rose petal face mask with a note that says, “Take it easy, doll.” Well, Sephora is taking us one step closer to that impossible dream with the introduction of their same-day beauty delivery service which operates out of - get this - a tricked out Sephora Mini Cooper! Ladies, let’s discuss… read more

Got a mole that looks kinda weird? Don't just sit there staring at it, whip out your iPhone and do something about it. That's right--there's now an app for that, one that tells you whether a mole is totally normal or potentially cancerous. read more

Have you heard about the Lumix FX77? This newly released camera from Panasonic can automatically whiten your teeth, lighten your under-eye circles and even make your face look smaller and your eyes larger. read more

Is the planet that controls celebrity haircuts in retrograde right now or what? First Justin Bieber ditches his trademark sideswept bowl cut, and now Jennifer Aniston--queen of long highlighted layers--has stepped out with a brand-new bob. read more

In her new book "Badass: A Hard-Earned Guide To Living Life With Style And (The Right) Attitude", the actress formerly known as Brenda Walsh names her all-time top 10 lipstick shades for us. See any of your own faves on her list? (I see at least one that I know lots of our readers adore...) read more

Have you guys seen the "Whip My Hair" video from 9-year-old Willow Smith (daughter of Will and Jada) that debuted yesterday? We can't not talk about it here on the beau-tay blog. Forget the insanely infectious (albeit repetitive) hair-centric lyrics... read more

In recent beauty news: Actress Kate Walsh is apparently launching a line of body-care products called Boyfriend, launching November 11 for HSN. These products are--you guessed it--meant to help you smell more like your boyfriend. read more

The fashion world may be all about Spring 2011 right now, but these models' nails feel very Fall 2010 to me, with their beautiful leaf motif. I am sitting here wishing I were wearing them right now...even though they'd be a bit much with my ripped jeans, grandpa cardigan and canvas sneaks. read more